Pope Benedict XVI spoke of the world's need for compassion and justice in a letter marking the 10th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks in New York, Washington, and Pennsylvania, the Eurasia Review website reports today (September 11, 2011).
"It is my fervent prayer," the Pope told New York Archbishop Timothy Dolan in a letter, "that a firm commitment to justice and a global culture of solidarity will help rid the world of the grievances that so often give rise to acts of violence and will create the conditions for greater peace and prosperity, offering a brighter and more secure future."
Pope Benedict praised the American people for "the courage and generosity that they showed in the rescue operations and for their resilience in moving forward with hope and confidence."
He said his prayers were joined with those of Archbishop Dolan, "in commending the thousands of victims to the infinite mercy of Almighty God and in asking our heavenly Father to continue to console those who mourn the loss of loved ones."
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